Mountain District Learning Centre

02/11/2026

Please welcome Springwood Porcelain to this year's MDLC Makers Market!

Creating both functional and whimsical ceramics, Springwood Porcelain offers beautiful handmade pieces ranging from mugs and bowls to charming mushrooms and tiny houses. Every piece is lovingly handcrafted to bring joy, creativity and a little magic into your home.

A must-visit stall for pottery lovers and Christmas gift hunters alike!

📍 MDLC Makers Market
🗓️ Saturday 28th November | 10am - 2pm
📌 13-15 The Avenue, Ferntree Gully
🐶 Dog-friendly |☕ Coffee van | 🌭 Sausage sizzle | 🎶 Live music | 🛍️ Local makers

💚 Proudly sponsored by Bendigo Community Bank Ferntree Gully

01/11/2026

🦎 Guess Who's Back?! 🦎

The crowd favourite The Lizard Wizard returns to the MDLC Makers Market!

Join Monique and Ryan and meet all your favourite animal friends, from lizards and frogs to snakes, fluffy bunnies and so much more. This popular stall is always a highlight and offers a wonderful hands-on experience for animal lovers of all ages.

Visit The Lizard Wizard from 10am - 2pm.

Don't forget, our market is dog-friendly too! 🐾

📍 MDLC Makers Market
🗓️ Saturday 28th November | 10am - 2pm
📌 13-15 The Avenue, Ferntree Gully
🐶 Dog-friendly |☕ Coffee van | 🌭 Sausage sizzle | 🎶 Live music | 🛍️ Local makers

💚 Proudly sponsored by Bendigo Community Bank Ferntree Gully

31/10/2026

The countdown is on... only 1 month to go until the MDLC Makers Market!

We can’t wait for you to join us on Saturday 28 November, 10am-2pm! Bring your friends, family and doggos for a fantastic day out in the community.

Browse an amazing range of stalls featuring local favourites including The Lizard Wizard, Lindy-Lou Facepainting, Crafty Treasures and many more. Enjoy live music from the fabulous Em & Dan Duo and Fraser Dodds Music , grab a coffee, treat yourself to something delicious from our food vendors, and enjoy a classic fundraising sausage sizzle.

Plus, don’t miss our Christmas raffle!

Proudly sponsored by Bendigo Community Bank Ferntree Gully. 💚

29/10/2026

Step away from the festive rush and enjoy a relaxing morning of creativity with Lynn! 🎨💌

Learn how to create beautiful handcrafted postcards using watercolours and stamps in this beginner-friendly workshop. No previous art or craft experience is needed, and all materials are provided. Enjoy a delicious morning tea, bring along your favourite mug, and take some time just for you.

📅 Monday 23 November 2026
⏰ 10:00am – 12:00pm
📍 Mountain District Learning Centre, 13–15 The Avenue, Ferntree Gully
💲 $15 per person

Bookings are essential as places are limited. To book, contact MDLC on 9758 7859 or [email protected].

22/10/2026

🎄✨ Get creative this Christmas and make something truly special! ✨🎄

Join us for our Christmas Cards & Gift Voucher Holders Workshop and create beautiful handmade designs perfect for adding a personal touch to your festive season. No experience needed and all materials are included!

📅 Monday 16 November 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 Mountain District Learning Centre, 13-15 The Avenue, Ferntree Gully
💲 $15 per person

Spaces are limited, so book early and enjoy a fun morning of festive crafting with us! ❤️🎁

For bookings and any further information please contact: 9758 7859 | [email protected]

21/10/2026

Get creative this festive season at Mountain District Learning Centre!
Join us for a wide range of Christmas Workshops and learn new skills while making beautiful handmade creations (that also make perfect gifts!)

🎁Monday 16th November: Christmas Cards & Gift Voucher Holders
🖌️ Monday 23rd November – Watercolour Post Cards
🏠 Tuesday 1st December – Air-Dried Tiny Christmas House

Morning Tea is provided for all workshops, just BYO mug for a cuppa.

Book your spot now by calling 9758 7859!

08/10/2026

04/10/2026

Our Term 4 Brochure is now available for collection!

We hope you enjoyed the wonderful weather over the break and we look forward to welcoming you back for term 4!

You can access an electronic copy of our course guide (that features our beautiful blooms from the Community Garden!), on our website via the link below.

Hard copies will also be available at MDLC reception as well as at Ferntree Gully, Bayswater, Knox, Belgrave, Rowville & Boronia Libraries.

If you'd like further information or if you have any questions regarding classes or enrolment please contact the office at 9758 7859 or send an email to [email protected]

https://www.mdlc.org.au/wp-content/uploads/MDLC-course-guide-term-4-2026_LR.pdf

31/08/2026

✨You’re invited to The Avenue School Open Day! ✨

Come and discover a school where young people are supported to learn, grow, and thrive. Meet our team, explore our learning spaces, and find out how our flexible, wellbeing-focused approach helps students reconnect with education.

📆 Thursday 3 September 2026
⏰ 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

We look forward to meeting you!☘️

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28/08/2026

46% of Neighbourhood Houses have been operating at a loss for three years.

This is not sustainable for the sector and a solution cannot wait. We need an urgent boost to funding to keep our communities connedted.

SIGN OUR PETITION: https://www.parliament.vic.gov.au/get-involved/petitions/neighbourhood-houses-funding/

The petition closes Monday 31 August so please SIGN, SHARE, AND